Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) will host the Architectural Humanities Research Association (AHRA) 21st International Conference from 21–23 November 2024.
The prestigious event will take place at our Duke Street Riverside and Duke Street buildings, located in the heart of Norwich.
The conference, themed Body Matters, will explore contemporary architectural discourses surrounding the body, challenging traditional frameworks and engaging with innovative materialist perspectives. The convenors for the event are Professor Teresa Stoppani, Director of Architecture and Interior Design; Dr. George Themistokleous, Senior Lecturer in Architecture; and Dr. Ellie Nixon, Programme Director of Film and Performing Arts.
The conference will interrogate the concept of the body as a pivotal element in architecture. Moving beyond conventional materialist and phenomenological paradigms, Body Matters seeks to examine the body as a creative, material, and philosophical entity in flux. The event will explore how the body’s boundaries blur with the environment and question architecture’s role within evolving, pluralist perspectives.
An internationally renowned lineup of academics and practitioners has been confirmed to deliver keynote addresses:
In the lead-up to the main conference, ten pre-conference seminars were held in-person and online, offering rich discussions aligned with the conference themes. These seminars will feature curated talks, texts, videos, and archival materials, providing a comprehensive foundation for attendees. Further details are available on the AHRA 2024 seminar page.
Hosting the AHRA 21st International Conference underscores Norwich University of the Arts commitment to fostering groundbreaking research and dialogue in the architectural humanities. With its thought-provoking theme and diverse expert speakers, Body Matters promises to be a landmark event in the academic calendar of 2024.
For more information, visit the official conference website at www.ahra2024.org.
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